SuspensionRecall 01V-074 · 1993–1995 New Flyer D40lf
NEW FLYER OF AMERICA, INC. recall 01V-074 covers 469 1993–1995 New Flyer D40lf for a suspension problem, reported to NHTSA on March 7, 2001.
Source: NHTSA recall 01V074000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRANSIT BUSES. FIVE (5) FRONT RADIUS RODS INSTALLED IN THESE BUSES HAVE FAILED.
The risk
A FAILURE OF A FRONT RADIUS ROD COULD CAUSE A SHIFT IN THE FRONT AXLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
The fix
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RADIUS ROD. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 1, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT NEW FLYER AT 1-204-982-8181.
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 1, 1993 to December 31, 1995. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.